Archive · 4 Aug 2025
Root Discusses Test's Final Day and Woakes' Potential Batting
After scoring his 39th century, Joe Root talked about the final day of the Test match.
He said the series was just like the others, with exciting finishes.
He also talked about whether Chris Woakes, who was injured, would bat.
Root mentioned that Woakes is ready if the team needs him, and that he saw him in his whites in the dressing room.
The game is at a critical point, and every player is ready to give their all.
Joe Root discussed the fifth Test against India at The Oval.
Root mentioned the series was going into Day 5, similar to the previous four games.
Root said the game was fitting, like the first four games.
He commented on the pros and cons of the timing of stumps on day four.
Root discussed if Woakes will bat, saying he's ready if needed.
- Who
- Joe Root
- What
- Joe Root discussed the final day of the Test match against India.
- When
- Day 4 of the fifth Test.
- Where
- The Oval
- Why
- To discuss the match's progress and if Woakes will bat.
Game's Pace
Team
Stumps Timing
Game's Pace
Getting back out after stumps to gain advantage
Team
Getting another roller for the new day.
- Event
- Fifth Test against India
- Location
- The Oval
- Player
- Joe Root
- Injury
- Chris Woakes (shoulder)
